by Vilma | 3 October 2023 | Okategoriserade
This is, according to the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature), the first time since 2012 that an increase can be seen among white rhinos. Poaching is still a major threat and needs to be fought daily, but thanks to effective conservation efforts we...
by Vilma | 25 July 2023 | Okategoriserade
These operations led to the seizure of: ❗2 live pangolins ❗19 elephant tusks ❗1 zebra skin ❗2 heavy caliber rifles ❗340 wire snares ❗Knives, axes, shovels and crowbars ❗14 illegal fishing boats ❗2,500 m of illegal fishing nets ❗1,613 kg of fish ❗48 logs from illegally...
by Vilma | 14 July 2023 | Okategoriserade
Elephants ability to grieve is one of the most eye-opening discoveries made by man. The herd will ceremoniously cover the body with leaves and twigs. They stay by the side of the deceased for different amounts of time, depending on the relationship between the...
by Vilma | 24 April 2023 | Okategoriserade
The investigation following the tragic killing of an entire rhino family, a mother and her two calves, in South Africa is ongoing and have resulted in one poacher being arrested. The operations during Q1 have led to the seizure of: ❗️36 elephant tusks ❗️3 live...
by Vilma | 25 March 2023 | Okategoriserade
How many lions are left in Africa? The numbers are decreasing, and the species is now classified as vulnerable. The number of mature individuals is estimated to somewhere between 23 000 and 39 000. The main threats are habitat loss, human wildlife conflict and the...
by Vilma | 2 March 2023 | Okategoriserade
Elephants are umbrella species, but what does that mean? 🐘☂️ It’s species with specific needs that indirectly benefit animals and plants that live in their proximity. One talks about the umbrella effect – when we protect an umbrella species, we thereby...
